This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97B.001, to modify trespass laws by allowing the use of purple markings as a means of indicating restricted areas. A new subdivision is added to define "forest land" as land with at least ten percent tree cover that will reach a height of 13 feet at maturity and shows evidence of natural tree regeneration. The bill also updates existing language to include "marked" alongside "posted" in the context of entering private land for outdoor recreation, requiring individuals to obtain permission from the landowner, occupant, or lessee.

Additionally, the bill specifies that landowners can prohibit outdoor recreation by posting signs and using purple paint marks on trees or other permanent objects. The requirements for these markings include specific dimensions and placement guidelines to ensure visibility. The bill also clarifies that individuals retrieving wounded game may enter unposted or unmarked land without permission but must leave immediately after retrieving the game. Lastly, the bill includes a revisor instruction to renumber a subdivision within the statute.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 97B.001
1st Engrossment: 97B.001